RASK Cruises & Trains

ROVOS RAIL

Setting the wheels in motion for an unforgettable trip

THE ULTIMATE AFRICAN EXPERIENCE – ON WHEELS!

Recapture the spirit of a bygone era, on a lavish holiday where the journey is the destination… The divine setting of Rovos Rail’s deluxe carriages are the ideal viewpoint from which to enjoy the sweeping views and stunning scenery of Africa.

Rovos Rail’s epic voyages have the full RASK stamp of approval! Gourmet food and carefully selected wine and cocktails are included in the price of these memorable trips – where the dress code is glamourous, and the ambiance elegant.

Get set for a break from the daily grind – with no radios or television sets on board guests can truly lose themselves in locomotive life. Warning – you may not want to ever leave!

A DELICIOUS LITTLE TASTER...

Jump on board this exclusive five-star journey on the Pride of Africa – just one example of Rovos Rail’s awe-inspiring trips. This magical three day journey beginning in Pretoria, before winding its way through Johannesburg and the goldfields of the Witwatersrand. Then its west, alongside the Magaliesberg Mountains.

You’ll cross the border at Mafikeng, and then travel north through Botswana’s capital, Gaborone, to the Zimbabwean border at Plumtree. Spot the animals as you pass through the Hwange National Park. You’ll finish the sojourn at the famous Victoria Falls on the mighty Zambezi River.

DINE IN STYLE

Head to the dining cars for a slice of Victorian elegance served alongside your delicious dishes. Meals are complemented by a selection of fine South African wines, and an enthusiastic team of chefs is responsible for overseeing the very important task of ensuring guests’ every need is catered for. Expect fresh local ingredients, and traditional dishes. See some fascinating sights while you dine, such as the eastern edge of Hwange Park over Tea, or enjoy dinner en route to Plumtree.

OBSERVE IT ALL

The Rovos provides a sumptuous viewing car, for the best views in the most lavish surroundings. Their location at the back of the train allows for enlarged windows and a unique open-air balcony.

WAKE IN LUXURY

Watch the world rush by, in the opulent luxury of a Royal Suite. Taking up half a carriage, this is train travel taken to the next level. Each has its own private lounge area, and a full bathroom with Victorian bath and shower. The very spacious suites offer passengers the opportunity to travel in privacy, comfort and luxury, with fittings and facilities that are of the highest standard.